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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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